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Thinking of living in Portugal in your retirement? You won’t be alone. Over 14,000 U.S. citizens reportedly reside in Portugal, with the number of Americans rising in this popular Western European country...
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Editor’s note: "Living in Brazil" is part of an ongoing series, "Where to Retire," on retiring abroad. To see all the articles in the series, jump to the end.There’s much to like...
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Halfway through the 2020s, Americans are shattering the rules traditionally governing retirement. Whether it’s retiring at age 55 or starting a career second act after leaving the corporate world behind, today’s Baby...
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Real Estate He left the US and moved to Malaysia to retire a decade ago. Now, he lives in a $620-a-month apartment in the capital. Amanda Goh 2025-01-13T00:14:01Z Share icon An curved...
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Economy A New Yorker who feared rising costs would hurt his retirement moved to Nepal. He says life is much cheaper and more relaxing. Noah Sheidlower 2025-01-12T09:01:02Z Share icon An curved arrow...
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When Julie Chen and her husband Erik Fuson decided to leave behind their lives in Colorado and move to Portugal in 2021, it wasn't a decision they took lightly. For Julie, a...
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On Dec. 16, 2024, Congressman Nick Lalota (NY-1) introduced H.R. 10430, the Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2024, onto the floor of the United States House of Representatives....
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Planning on moving to Costa Rica? This detailed guide explores everything from cost of living and residency to healthcare and culture. Make an informed decision.Moving is always an exciting moment in life....
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Even if they don’t admit it, just about everyone wants a better life. Maybe it’s about having more money, cooler friends and relationships, warmer weather or better healthcare, education, adventure or freedom...
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The rise of remote work has spurred countries worldwide to cater to digital nomads by offering specialized visas that combine ease of entry with a lifestyle-friendly work environment. In 2025, these six...
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This past year, we featured a viral TikTok that compared the cost of living in the US and Australia, which brought up the notion that "America is a scam." Many people (like...
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Between the soaring cost of living, shifty changes in our For many Black expats, systemic racism is a driving force for wanting to leave America. But there are also other factors that...
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Choosing where to retire is an important decision. After a lifetime of hard work and saving, you deserve to have the security of knowing that you’re settling in a location that offers...
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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to LinkedinLooking for the most affordable places to live? Or even better—how about the best places to live in the world that are so affordable you might...
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Retiring abroad is a dream for many Americans, and the reasons to make the international leap can vary. Whether it’s the quest for greener or more exotic pastures, the search for adventures or...
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It was always a dream of mine to experience being a digital nomad in New Zealand, and I recently made that dream a reality. As someone from the UK, New Zealand is...
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By Stewart KoestenThe number of Americans living abroad has been increasing for years. Some cite political or societal reasons for relocating, but most are seeking a lower cost of living, affordable healthcare...
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Retiring outside the United States is becoming an increasingly popular choice for many Americans. The allure of a lower cost of living, combined with the opportunity to experience a new culture, makes...
With the New Year just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to plan your next trip like a pro. The best part is booking doesn’t have to be stressful or break...
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Many retirees think about moving abroad in retirement to save money, experience a different climate, live the island life or all of the above. Though there are pros and cons to many...
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